A FINE 19TH CENTURY AFRICAN ZULU SPEAR, ca. 1870: In overall very good+ to near fine untouched condition. Of typical Zulu "old" style with a large leaf shaped spear blade with wrought forged steel surfaces, some expec ted abrasions, wear and surface oxidation. The rounbded wooden haft (original) fitted with its long and pointed ground-iron and retains choice, lightly patinated wood surfaces with lightly toned brown-colored highlights and some rust stains, at the base of the spear-head and the iron. In very good untouched condition with signs of use and wear. The tip of the spear with a minor loss and some scattered light nicks and abrasions. Retains its original, double cutting edges and the central portion with a nicely defined medial ridge: of classic "Early ZULU" Form. For a similar example, please see G. C. Stone. Overall length: 84".

Price: $650.00

A VERY FINE PAIR OF SILVER INLAYED 18TH CENTURY TURKISH OR MOROCCAN STIRRUPS, ca. 1750-1780: In overall fine untouched condition. Of typical Ottoman-influenced form with geometric silver inlayed wrought iron surfaces and pierced rectangular foot plates. The sides with 85%+ of their original, somewhat coarse, geometric pattern, silver damascening. The tops with matching inlayed surfaces and finely sculpted contours. Decoratively pierced, 7 1/2" x 5 1/4", rectangular foot pads with smooth, untouched, black-gray surfaces. In overall very fine untouched condition with some light discoloration. Both stirrups with finely sculpted wrought contours, smooth surfaces and an untouched age patina. Retain 85%+ of their silver inlay, of classic Ottoman design. A rare, untouched, original Pair of Silver Inlayed, 18th century Turkish or Moroccan Stirrups, ca. 1770. The type of stirrup used throughout the Ottoman Empire, in the 18th century. For similar examples, please see C. G. Stone's: "Glossary of the Construction... of Arms...", pg. 586.

Price: $900.00

A VERY GOOD TURKISH/GREEK BRASS STOCK FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The round, fluted-breech, .60 caliber, smoothbore, 10 1/8", band-fastened, iron barrel with an integral raised sighting rib with an engraved (worn) simulated European signature, on the top of the breech. Original Flintlock mechanism with a flat banana form lockplate with bridled (old brazed repair) powder-pan with a rfefaced frizzen, fine timing and a strong mainspring Retains its original lock components with an untouched, gray patination and some light wear. Traditional, Ottoman/Greek form Brass fullstock with extensively foliate etched and engraved surfaces and a pronunced bulbous pommel with a finely embossed finial. en suite. Retains its original engraved brass trigger-guard with an etched acanthus leaf forward finial. Of very good quality construction and extensively etched & embossed with floral and vine scrolls: several, old repairs, vestiges of Red Coral inlay and numerous brass tack decorations. In overall very good+ untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and lock with smooth, gunmetal-gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration, fine pitting and expected wear. Very Good stock with signs of use, scattered handling marks and the noted old repairs. Retains an untouched, lightly toned mustard age patina with dark highlights and extensive vine scroll embossed and engraved surfaces. A very nice example of an All Brass Stock Turkish or Greek Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 16 1/2".

Price: $1,575.00

A RARE VERY GOOD+ UNTOUCHED TURKISH 16TH CENTURY CHAIN-MAIL SUIT OF ARMOUR, ca. 1550-1600: In overall very good untouched condition. Of traditional Indo-Persian/Turkish form with an open-ring-mail body with four, protective, steel breastplates/sideplates: complete with their iron securing loops. The back constructed of several rows of small steel platelets, secured and reinforced by adjoining rows of mail. Long, integral, mail sleeves that extend beyond the hands and serve as gauntlets. The body with two, long, chain-mail skirts, for leg-defense. In overall very good+ untouched condition. The mail with several minor battle related? holes, one through a sleeve and some minor loss of the links. The breastplates with smooth steel gray surfaces, some minor pitting and light discoloration. The back platelets with a smooth, untouched, brown, age patina and some scattered pitting and patches of light roughness (untouched interior surfaces). Fine quality mail with tight links, smooth surfaces and some of its original hemp necktie. Of 16th century construction with a Double-mail neck and upper chest defense. A classic and early Turkish 16th century Chain-mail Suit of Armour, ca. 1550-1600. Impressive and heavy, weighing nearly 20 lb. ***For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction Use & Decoration of Arms...", pg. 37,38,43.

Price: $3,775.00

A VERY FINE QUALITY MID 20th CENTURY LARGE-SIZE NICKEL-SILVER & BRASS MOUNTED ARABIAN JAMBIYA WITH EMBOSSED AND CHASED SCABBARD, ca. 1950: In overall very good+ near fine, untouched condition with a finely embossed hilt and mounts with engraved sheet-"silver" and brass ornamentation overall. Of very good quality workmanship: the surfaces engraved and chased with embossed adornment. Smooth silver-gray and brass-toned surfaces with some light tarnish. Fitted with its original braided wire decorations and its sheet-steel securing loops. Of classic Arabian form with a sharply curved, "J" shaped, native-made, 14 1/8" x 2 1/2", steel blade with a raised medial ridge and choice smooth surfaces throughout. Engraved along the ridge with a series of geometric patterns, en suite with the brass fittings, on the scabbard. Retains its original cutting edges without significant nicks or abrasions with smooth silver-gray patination and some isolated patches of discoloration and wear. Finely detailed and nicely decorated nickel-silver mounted wooden hilt with six embossed rosettes and engraved surfaces with classic Arabian geometric patterns, en suite with the embossed, nickel-silver portion of the scabbard. Complete throughout and a very good+ near fine example of a classic Large-size Arabian Jambiya/Dagger, ca. 1950. Overall length, 21".

Price: $575.00

A FINE & RARE 19th CENTURY NORTH AFRICAN IVORY BUTT FLINTLOCK KABYLE "CAMEL" GUN w/ ITS ORIGINAL ETCHED SOCKET BAYONET, ca. 1840: In overall fine untouched condition. Octagonal to round, Near-Eastern-made, 46 1/2", .70 caliber, smoothbore, band-fastened barrel with its original decoratively engraved, silvered breech and tang. Notched rear sight. Typical North African (Algerian or Tunisian), molded and carved, hardwood (olive-wood?), Halfstock with a wide and flared, flat, triangular ivory butt adorned with raised and incised line-carvings: with its sheet-steel appliqué/counter-plates -- for the rear saddle-ring. In fine condition with an untouched patina and smooth surfaces, sharp carvings, 90% finish and some light handling marks and tight old hairlines. Complete with its nail-fastened Walrus? Ivory buttplate with some expected minor yellowing and scattered tight hairlines/crazing. Typical N. African sheet-Steel mounts: two (2), nail-fastened, teardrop-shaped sidebolt-escutcheons, a matching "pie-crust" border trigger-plate, two (2) wrought-forged sling-swivels, two (2) sculpted ramrod pipes and a single, line-engraved, steel barrel band. Fine stock with a rich age-patina, much finish and minor handling marks. In its original Flintlock configuration with a nicely sculpted and scroll engraved, flat lockplate. Matching, lightly engraved, reinforced hammer; and in complete and functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing. Bridled powder-pan, a teardrop-finial frizzen spring and a finely engraved frizzen-back, en suite with the lockplate and hammer. In untouched condition with some scattered light surface discoloration: complete with its original turned trigger. Retains its wooden ramrod with iron tip. In overall fine untouched condition: the barrel with a deep gray age patina, smooth surfaces and some light patches of discoloration/fine pitting: fine touch hole. Complete with its finely engraved triangular socket type Bayonet. In matching fine condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration/wear. The triangular, 8”, steel blade with a flat face and two bottom fullers for its length. The base with lightly scroll engraved should and the lap-welded applied socket with a distinct Damascus pattern twist and ertched surfaces. The top of the socket with an integrally forged fore-sight. In fine condition with smooth steel surfaces and sharp engravings. Bayonet Length, 11”. A very nice and authentic complete example of a famed North African Kabyle with its original Bayonet: the type of gun used, with great affect, by the Nomadic Peoples of Algeria and Tunisia. For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Glossary of the Construction & Decoration of Arms...". Overall length, 60 1/2".

Price: $2,150.00

A FINE ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY PHILIPPINE HEADHUNTER'S MANDAU SWORD, ca. 1880: In overall fine untouched condition. The 27 1/2", native-made, single edge blade with a pleasing, smooth, untouched, gray patina and choice surfaces with some light patches of wear and discoloration. Retains its original sharp cutting edge with a finely notched and detailed tip of classic Philippine native form. Nicely carved wooden grip with a “T” type carved cross-guard and an untouched dark age-patina with fine carvings. Typical angular profile with a crocodile mouth pommel: adorned with tufts of goats? fur; and retains its original, braided rattan, grip wrap. A very nice example of an original Philippine Native Headhunter's Sword with evidence of use, ca. 1880. Overall length, 38". Similar examples found in the collection of New York’s Natural History Museum; and pictured in G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms...”.

Price: $1,175.00

A 19TH CENTURY PHILIPPINE INSURRECTION PERIOD MORO KRIS, ca. 1890s: In overall very good condition and of classic Moro design with a wavy form Damascus blade with simply engraved line decorations. In very good untouched condition with smooth surfaces and fine and sharp cutting edges: some patches of discoloration and surface oxidation. Native-made, 24", large sized, classic kris type, wavy, Damascus pattern, steel blade with a smooth steel-gray age-patina and some patches of staining: of fine quality manufacture with a finely detailed, chased and pierced base. Carved Hardwood grip with much of its polish and smooth light-colored surfaces and its rattan grip-wrap. Retains fine steel surfaces with some discoloration and signs of use. Complete with its original hardwood scabbard with incised and relief carved decorations and rawhide and brass securing straps: several age cracks, minor losses and damages. In overall very good untouched condition. Of fine quality native manufacture with untouched smooth surfaces and some light patches of discoloration. A very nice example of a classic Philippine Insurrection Period Moro Kris, ca. 1890s. Overall length, 29".

Price: $950.00

A FINE 19TH CENTURY AFRICAN MASSAI LION SPEAR, ca. 1880: In overall very good+ to near fine untouched condition. Of typical Massai Lion Spear form with a long, 19 ½”, slightly flared, sword-form, spear blade with wrought forged steel surfaces, some expected minor abrasions, light wear from use and surface oxidation. The short, original, reddish colored, wooden haft fitted with its long and pointed ground-iron with a faceted, diamond form finial. In very good+ near fine untouched condition with choice, lightly patinated wood surfaces with some expected rust stains, at the base of the spear-head and the iron. In very good untouched condition with signs of use and wear. Retains its original, cutting edges and the central portion with a nicely defined medial ridge: of classic Massai “Lion" Spear Form, ca. 1880. For a similar example, please see G. C. Stone. Overall length: approx.. 70".

Price: $875.00

A LATE 19th CENTURY/EARLY 20th CENTURY MOROCCAN JAMBIYA WITH DECORATIVE SILVER SCABBARD, ca. 1940: In overall near fine untouched condition with an extensively engraved silver (white metal) mounted scabbard and matching engraved mounts. Of typical form with curved, 9", Damascus steel blade with smooth surfaces throughout. Retains 90% polish with a stepped hilt and retaining a lightly toned steel-gray patina with patches of light discoloration and staining. Simply carved, silver mounted wooden hilt with a flared pommel of classic Moroccan form. Extensively engraved with geometric-pattern scroll engravings of classic Moroccan form. Complete with its matching, original, sheet silver covered scabbard with embossed and engraved geometric/floral scrolls, en suite with the hilt and cross-guard. A very nice example of an original Late 19th/Early 20th Century North African (Moroccan) Jambiya dagger with the expected signs of light use. Some minor scattered handling marks and light evidence of cleaning. A classic Dress type Near Eastern Dagger of classic deign, ca. 1940. Overall length, 17".

Price: $300.00

A VERY GOOD EMBOSSED LEATHER AFGHAN POWDER FLASK FOR A JEZAIL, ca. 1850: Of typical Afghan make, as made with the tanned skin of a Camel's scrotum. Highly adorned overall with embossed lattice and wheel decorations with its original iron and brass fittings. The bulbous leather body with untouched lightly oxidized brown surfaces and some obvious signs of use and wear. Retains its embossed brass pouring spout and matching cover with suspension-ring and chain. The base of the body with a wrought iron ring with a smaller link for the recycled European chain/"suspension-cord". In overall very good untouched condition with slightly dried, though supple surfaces and light signs of exposure: fine seams and stitching. A very nice and decorative example of a classic 19th century Afghan Powder Flask, of the type associated with Jezails, ca. 1800s. Measures 12" x 4".

Price: SOLD

A VERY GOOD 19TH CENTURY AFGHAN PESH-KABZ, ca. 1880-1890: In overall very good+ near fine untouched condition. The Afghan-made, long tapered, single-edge, 12", blade with extensive, somewhat coarse geometric engravings with incised brass inlay. Retains its original cutting edge without evidence of resharpening or any significant nicks: smooth steel-gray surfaces with crisp engraving and little signs of wear. Hammered and embossed sheet-brass hilt with a faceted gripsectrion and a slightly faceted pommel. Engraved overall with extensive line and geometric patterns, of tradition Isamic fashion. In overall fine untouched condition. The grip with an untouched, lightly toned, mustard patina and sharp engraving. The blade with matching smooth steel surfaces and much (75%+) polish. A nice example of a 19th Afghan Dagger (Pesh-Kabz), ca. 1880-1890. Overall length, 15 5/8".

Price: $450.00

A FINE ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY DYAK HEADHUNTER'S MANDAU & SCABBARD, ca. 1870: In overall fine untouched condition. The 20 1/2", native-made blade with a pleasing, smooth, untouched, gray age patina and choice surfaces with some light patches of wear and discoloration. Adorned overall with numerous brass pellet inlays, of traditional native design. Nicely Carved bone or ivory grip with an untouched yellowed patina and an old age-crack: typical angular profile and missing its grip wrap. Complete with its original wooden scabbard with rattan bindings and some minor damages/loss: retains its suspension-loop and its red cloth-covered secondary scabbard for the missing carving-knife. A very nice example of an original Headhunter's Sword with evidence of use. Overall length, 25". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms..."..

Price: $1,175.00

A GOOD AFGHAN IRON MOUNTED WOODEN POWDER FLASK FOR A JEZAIL, ca. 1810-1850: Round, leather covered, wooden body with untouched lightly oxidized brown surfaces and some obvious signs of use and wear. Russets iron spout with heavy surface oxidation and sings of hard use: missing its suspension cord (easily replaced). In overall good untouched condition with dry surfaces to the leather body and signs of exposure. A nice decorative example of as 19th century Afghan Powder Flask, of the type associated with Jezails, ca. 1800s. Measures 8" x 5 1/2".

Price: $350.00

A FINE QUALITY FULL SILVER MOUNTED TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1800: In overall fine+ untouched original flintlock condition. The round, pin-fastened, .65 caliber, smoothbore, 13 1/2", finely chiseled, iron barrel with deeply etched breech with floral scrolls and a matching tang. Deeply chiseled and finely etched sidelock Flintlock mechanism with a raised and rounded, banana-form lockplate,its matching gooseneck hammer and its original frizzen, etc. Retains smooth, gunmetal-gray, untouched, deeply chiseled, steel surfaces and in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. Molded, carved and checkered dark, hardwood (ebony?) fullstock of classic Ottoman Turkish form: having a pronounced bulbous butt and long slender forestock: made without a ramrod provision, as is typical of Turkish Firearms. Fine stock with some minor handling marks, small abrasions and a nicely checkered wrist. Of classic Ottoman form with deeply embossed and engraved silver mounts: The stirrup type butt-cap with a pronounced floral type pommel and richly embossed borders. Matching silver trigger-guard with an embossed floral finial and an embossed bow and two floral embossed sidebolt escutcheons. In overall fine+ original flintlock condition with smooth surfaces. The barrel and lock with matching untouched silver-gray surfaces with some light patches of discoloration: finely chiseled components with sharp engraving. Fine stock with some scattered handling marks, light signs of age/use and 85%+ finish. Very fine quality, deeply embossed (in classic Baroque vine scrolls) silver hardware with etched details: some light wear. A very fine example of a high quality Ottoman Turkish Flintlock Silver Mounted Holster Pistol, ca. 1800. Overall length, 20 1/4". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms & Armor", pg. 506.

Price: $2,775.00

A VERY FINE SILVER MOUNTED OTTOMAN TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall very fine original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, .60 caliber, smoothbore, 8 1/4", pin-fastened, iron barrel with a punch-marked breech and the top flat with a simulated European maker’s signature. In Original Flintlock configuration with an engraved, rounded, banana form lockplate, a bridled powder-pan and a grooved face frizzen, of typical Near Eastern form. In very good mechanical order with fine timing and a strong mainspring. Retains its original lock components with untouched, silver- gray patination and some light wear and scattered discoloration. Traditional, Ottoman form, deeply carved wooden fullstock with molded and carved surfaces, extensive relief-scrolls, on its grip; and a pronounced bulbous pommel with a finely embossed finial, en suite. Full Silver mounts: the trigger-guard with an etched acanthus-leaf forward finial and a fluted bow. The stirrup-type butt-cap with an embossed pommel-cap. Openwork scroll sideplate with engraved surfaces and both of its sidebolts. A single ramrod pipe for the brass tip (associated?) wooden ramrod. Very fine quality Silver mounts with untouched surfaces and a rich age-patina and some expected light tarnish. Of very fine quality and extensively adorned with raised & incised carved floral and vine scrolls with silver-wire accents. In overall very fine untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and lock with smooth, steel-gray surfaces, nicely etched components and some light patches of discoloration. Very fine stock with light signs of use, 90% finish, some minor scattered handling marks and fine quality carvings. A very nice example of a Silver Mounted Turkish Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 15 1/8".

Price: $1,975.00

A VERY GOOD SILVER NORTH AFRICAN (ALGERIAN) FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1820: In overall very good original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, pin and band fastened, .55 caliber, smoothbore, 9 3/4", iron barrel with a gunmetal-gray patina, a very good touch hole and generally smooth surfaces: the muzzle with an embossed sheet-silver muzzle-cap with raised scoll design. French-made flintlock mechanism with a flat lockplate a matching reinforced hammer, a brass powder-pan and marked with an "Acier/Fabrique/De St. Etienne" arsenal mark (Please see "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 3, pg. 1695-1698). Of French manufacture and of Mdl. AN IX design, though for Colonial export with simple and somewhat crude contours. Retains smooth steel surfaces and in mechanically functional order with a its typical Algerian/N. African "C" shaped trigger. Molded and carved walnut fullstock with a pronounced curved butt and a fine grain pattern: various hairlines, minor losses, handling marks, shrinkage and chipping. Cracked at the wrist with obvious signs of handling and hard use. Of North African/Algerian make with its steel ramrod and its barrel-form ramrod pipe. Plain steel and embossed silver mounts. The embossed butt-cap with a pronounced pommel and lightly engraved borders: worn & en suite with the fore-end cap. A classic, North African type, iron trigger-guard with a small ring-type bow and nail-fastened finials: two floral form sidebolt escutcheons. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition with smooth surfaces and sharp contours: the expected signs of use and wear. The barrel and lock with matching gunmeral gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration and pitting: the lock with a ckear maker's marking. Good stock with various handling marks, shrinkage, signs of age/use, old age-cracks and 80%+ finish. The silver mounts with nicely embossed details: some wear. A nice example of a higher quality Native made Silver Mounted Algerian Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1820. Overall length, 15 1/2". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms & Armor", pg. 506.

Price: SOLD

A FINE & ORIGINAL SOUTH PACIFIC SOUTH SEAS WOODEN WAR CLUB, ca. 1890: In overall fine untouched condition with lightly aged and toned smooth, light colored hardwood surfaces. Of early, hand-carved, native made construction, with coarse “stone” tool-marks and the expected signs of "hand-wear", at its grip. The single piece hardwood body with a fine hand-burnished finish with a distinct “checkered” grain pattern and signs of use at its facets and sharpened and carved tip. Integral and tapered handle with a carved grip-section having a pointed bottom finial/pommel. The faceted diamond form club “heads” with carved and pointed tips with reinforced contact points and several missing chips/abrasions-- from use. Of typical South Pacific form (please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration & Use of Arms..., pg. 184"). In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces and some expected handling marks/wear. Purported by the consignor to have been part of a Massachusetts Estate Collection. A fine quality hand-crafted & Polynesian/South Pacific War Club, ca. 1890.

Price: SOLD

A FINE EARLY-MID 19TH CENTURY SMALL-SIZE TURKISH FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS DAG, ca. 1830: In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. Finely etched, 9", pin/screw-fastened, round, "Trumpet-type", smoothbore, Damascus steel barrel with 1.50 caliber flared muzzle and a .50+ cal. bore. A deeply floral chiseled silver inlayed breech with an etched/inlayed integral barrel-tang. Retains choice steel-gray surfaces with 80% polish and only some light scattered patches of discoloration. In original flintlock condition with a rounded, floral-scroll engraved and deeply chiseled lockplate with a spurious European signature. Matching gooseneck hammer, a sculpted finial frizzen spring and its original engraved frizzen. The face of the lock with untouched steel surfaces with some very light patches of discoloration and 80%+ polish. Retains its lock components and in mechanically functional order: complete with both sidebolts. Molded, carved and extensively brass wire-inlayed walnut fullstock with raised borders around the lock and sideplate: the toe of the butt with an old chip. Sharp contours, smooth surfaces, 90% finish and some scattered light handling marks: retains 90%+ of its wire-inlay with some minor handlings marks, etc. Engraved and embossed, brass and steel hardware: the steel trigger-guard with an engraved forward final and a fluted bow. The screw-fastened brass buttplate with a stepped finial, no ramrod provision (typical of Ottoman firearms); and an embossed rifle-type sideplate. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with sharp contours a finely engraved/chiseled breech and barrel-tang. In mechanically functional order with a fine lock. The stock with sharp contours, 90% finish and extensive, floral scroll form, brass wire inlay. A very nice example of a classic small sized, early to mid 19th Century Ottoman Turkish Blunderbuss Dag, ca. 1830. Of fine quality "Chief's" grade, as is extensively engraved and inlayed overall. Overall length, 17 1/2".

Price: SOLD

A FINE 19TH CENTURY JAVAN/MALAYSIAN KRIS, ca. 1890: In overall very fine condition and of classic Kris design with a fine quality, hand forged, Damascus-steel, 11 ½” blade with a distinct “wavy” forge-laminated pattern and generally smooth steel surfaces with fine and sharp cutting edges. Some patches of discoloration and surface oxidation. Of fine quality native-manufacture, with a smooth steel-gray age-patina and some patches of staining. Carved, Highly Figured, Tropical Hardwood grip with 95% polish and smooth surfaces: the base fitted with its gold/vermeil collar, set with faceted clear stones. Matching scabbard, en suite and finely carved with a nicely sculpted flared throat and a slender and tapered tip—of classic Kris form. The blade with fine “watered steel” Damascus pattern surfaces, sharp cutting edges/tip, some scattered discoloration and light signs of use/wear. Complete with its original scabbard with highly figured grain patterning, finely carved/sculpted contours and some minor handling marks, stains and abrasions. In overall fine untouched condition. Of fine quality native manufacture with untouched smooth surfaces and some light patches of discoloration. A very nice example of a classic Javan/Malaysian type Kris, ca. 1890. Overall length, 18 1/2". For a similar example, please see G. C. Stone’s: “A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration & Use of Arms…”, pg. 382-394.

Price: $350.00

18TH/19TH CENTURY NEAPALESE KUKRI KNIFE: In overall very good untouched condition. Heavy downward curved forged steel blade with a deeply set tower?-shaped maker's mark. Plain wooden grip with simply carved sides and secured to the blade with a wrought iron ring and a later? wrought iron wire. In overall very good untouched condition. The Kukri was the national knife and the principal weapon of the Gurkas. Overall length, 19".

Price: $150.00

A VERY GOOD EARLY 19TH CENTURY INDIAN MATCHLOCK MUSKET/TORADAR, ca. 1810: In overall very good untouched condition. The 50" smoothbore, .67 caliber, round to round, band-fastened Wootz Steel barrel with a visible "damask" pattern and an integral forged, rounded, iron powder-pan: missing the pan-cover. The flared muzzle with an integral, post-type fore-sight and deeply etched floral designs overall. Carved and molded hardwood fullstock of typical Indian Toradar design with a long, narrow, rectangular butt and an integrally carved ramrod channel. The lock/mechanism of typical Indian design with a spring-operated serpentine, enclosed by decorative sheet-steel panels and complete with a sculpted and flattened trigger. In overall very good untouched condition. The barrel with a smooth brown-gray age patina and some light surfaces stains and scuffs. Very Good stock with choice surfaces, sharp contours and some light wear, handling marks and abrasions: the right face of the butt with an old painted "1243" Collection number. The mechanism, barrel, trigger and hardware with a matching and untouched, brown-gray age patina. In mechanically functional order and complete with its original components, including its iron ramrod. A very nice example of an Indian Matchlock Toradar, ca. 1810. Overall length 68 1/4". ***For similar examples (Please see: "A Glossary Of the Construction, Decoration & Use of Arms...", pg. 623-24, by George C. Stone).

Price: $1,650.00

A FINE 19th CENTURY ZULU WAR PERIOD AFRICAN WAR CLUB/"KERRIE", ca. 1870: In overall Fine+ untouched condition. Hand carved, hardwood, ebony? shaft with a tapered grip and some minor wear. The top of the shaft with an integrally carved bulbous striking head with an oval profile. In overall fine+ untouched condition with some light to moderate signs of handling and wear. A very nice example of an original Zulu War Period African War Club, ca. 1870. Overall length, 21". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction and Decoration of Arms...", pg. 351.

Price: SOLD

A FINE QUALITY IVORY & ROOTWOOD PERSIAN/CAUCASIAN MIQUELET RIFLE, ca. 1780-1800: In overall fine untouched condition. 41", Persian-proofed, octagonal to round, rifled, cannon-form, iron, .60 caliber barrel with a fine and distinct Damascus pattern-twist and a deeply rifled bore. The breech with a clearly struck Persian maker's/proof mark and a "Turkish-type" rear, peep sight. Secured to the figured burl rootwood fullstock by means of five (5) plain brass barrel bands (a period repair to uppermost band). Fine quality burl walnut, fullstock with a narrow rounded butt with decorative brass and ivory inlays. Retains 85% finish with sharp contours, a fine burl grain, some minor handling marks and light wear/abrasions. Sculpted ivory? butt-cap with expected minor age-stains/wear. Persian-made Miquelet lock with an illegible maker's mark, fine mechanics, smooth steel-gray surfaces, some light discoloration and its original components. Steel ball-type trigger with matching smooth surfaces. Replaced? wooden ramrod with plain brass tip. In overall fine untouched condition with a brown-mustard patina to the brass fittings. Some handling marks, light wear and sharp contours with fine metal surfaces. The iron with an untouched age-patina and the expected minor discoloration. In functional order with a strong mainspring its original components: retains its original, braided, red cord, suspension loop. A very nice and decorative example of a high quality Persian/Caucasian Rifle, ca. 1780-1800. Overall length, 54".

Price: SOLD

A FINE EDO PERIOD JAPANESE SNAP MATCHLOCK TEPPO, ca. 1780: In overall fine+ untouched condition. Octagonal, 38", watered-steel, pin-fastened, .65 caliber, smoothbore, iron barrel with straight muzzle, block rear sight and silver fore-sight. Lacquered red-colored mulberry fullstock of typical EDO-period form with fishtail butt; inlayed on the left side of the butt and along the fore-stock with sixteen (16)lightly engraved brass chrysanthemum flowers. A decortive open heart-shaped inlay at the breech end of the ramrod channel. Traditional Japanese snap matchlock mechanism, made without screws and having an exposed brass mainspring and serpentine: brass lockplate and trigger. Made without a trigger-guard. In overall fine+ untouched condition. The barrel with dark surfaces and some scattered pitting. The hardware and lock retain an untouched brown-mustard patina throughout. Fine stock with 85% of its lacquered varnish finish and two minor chips at the fore-end tip. A fine original 18th century Japanese matchlock rifle of high quality construction. Original iron ramrod. Missing the powder-pan cover. Overall length 52".

Price: $2,250.00

A VERY FINE EARLY 20TH CENTURY SOUTH PACIFIC (NEW GUINEA?) WOODEN SHORT-SPEAR, ca. 1920: In overall very fine untouched condition with generally smooth, hand-carved, tropical hardwood surfaces. The 5" x 1 5/8", integral, spear-point tip with nicely sculpted contours, a sharp point and a notched base. Carved haft, en suite with a distinct, hardwood grain pattern and the possible evidence of stone carving: exhibits a roughened appearance without the usual "sharpness" of steel tool-marks. In overall very fine untouched condition with a nice age-patina, smooth wood surfaces and light evidence of use/wear: some minor abrasions, at the spear-tip and the base of the haft. A nice example of a hand-carved South Pacific (New Guinea?) wooden Short-Spear, ca. 1920. Recently acquired from a Connecticut Estate. Overall length, 26". For examples, please see G. C. Stones: "Construction & Decoration of Arms...".

Price: $275.00

ORIGINAL 19th CENTURY INDIAN TULWAR SWORD WITH SCABBARD, ca. 1890: In overall fair to good condition with aged surfaces overall. Crescent shaped blade with discoloration overall. Typical form hilt with traces of rough engraving. Wooden Replaced? scabbard with green canvas covering. The scabbard cover falling off. In fair to good condition overall. An original Indian sword of classic form.

Price: SOLD

ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY AFRICAN ARM KNIFE: In overall very good condition with nice untouched aged surfaces to the spear-shaped native blade. Leather wraped wooden grip and scabbard with leather arm attachment and decorative fringe. Smooth surfaces throughout with some very minor staining to the blade. The scabbard with some damage to its tip.

Price: $100.00

A 19th CENTURY NORTH AFRICAN COPPER, BRASS & SILVER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1870: Of typical mid 19th century triangular-shaped form, with a lap-seam outer edges and solder-applied copper rings (one missing) for the suspension cord. Of two piece construction with the reverse side being of sheet-brass and the obverse of sheet-copper: adorned with eight silver "coin" appliqués, one bearing a 1321 "date". Also embellished, at the base of the soldiered sheet-brass spout, with a large, embossed, silver, trefoil leaf design. The body with smooth dark surfaces and fine tight seams. Original brass spout and missing one of its copper suspension loops. In overall (net) good+ untouched condition with smooth surfaces and a nicely toned age patina. Sharp embossed silver decorations with fine tight seams and no splits. Of typical North African make and the flask typically associated with the Kabyle. Overall measurements, 8 3/8" x 5 1/2".

Price: $275.00

AN UNTOUCHED TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1780-1820: In overall good+ untouched original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, pin and band fastened, .57 caliber, smoothbore, 8 1/2", iron barrel with deeply etched and gold damascened (worn) Islamic Koranic verses and vine floral scrolls: the muzzle with a slight flare; and a replaced tang screw. Flintlock mechanism with a flat beveled lockplate, its original matching hammer and frizzen: of European manufacture -- for Eastern export with a strong French/Germanic influence to its design. Retains untouched dark steel surfaces with a strong mainspring: slightly out of timing, as the sear will not always release from the "full-cocked" position. Molded and carved walnut fullstock of classic Ottoman Turkish form: having a pronounced bulbous butt and a fine grain pattern: various hairlines, minor losses, handling marks, shrinkage and chipping; missing its fore-end cap with obvious signs of handling and hard use. Of Ottoman make with a strong Western influence of design, as made for a full-length, removable ramrod: missing. Deeply engraved and gold damascened (worn) sideplate, en suite with the barrel. The brass stirrup type butt-cap with a pronounced pommel and lightly engraved borders (loose). An iron trigger-guard with a long rear finial, an embossed bow and a (missing) urn forward finial. A single barrel-form ramrod pipe with a pointed rear finial: a missing diamond-form wrist escutcheon. In overall good+ untouched original flintlock condition with dark original surfaces. The barrel and lock with matching brown/gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration and pitting: the barrel with some scattered discoloration/fine pitting and the noted wear to the gold-wash. Fair to good stock with various handling marks, shrinkage, signs of age/use, old age-cracks, 70%+ finish and several filled and nailed repairs. Good hardware with simply etched and embossed details: some wear. A nice untouched example of an Ottoman Turkish Flintlock pistol, ca. 1780-1820. Overall length, 15". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms & Armor", pg. 506.

Price: $700.00

A LATE 19TH CENTURY OTTOMAN TURKISH/PERSIAN (DAGGER), ca. 1890-1900s: In overall very good untouched condition. The provincially made, long tapered, double-edge, 15", spear-point blade with extensive, somewhat coarse geometric engravings, incised brass inlay and a keyhole cut in its center: similar to Turkish "women's knives". Retains its original cutting edge without evidence of re-sharpening and smooth steel-gray surfaces with crisp engraving and little signs of wear or use. Etched brass cross-guard with decorative finials and an integral knuckle-guard: matching ricasso with scroll engraved panels. Dark faceted horn hilt of traditional Persian/Turkish design with a flared pommel and decorated with numerous incised brass rings and red coral pellets: missing its finial at the grip-pommel with some minor scattered abrasions and age cracks. In overall very good untouched condition. The grip with a lightly toned dark patina and some minor loss of its brass decoration. The blade with smooth steel surfaces and much (85%+) polish. A nice example of a late 19th Turkish or Persian Dagger, ca. 1890-1900s. Overall length, 20 1/2".

Price: $375.00

A FINE & ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY FIJIAN WOODEN WAR CLUB, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition with aged and lightly oxidized smooth, light colored, hardwood surfaces. Of early, hand-carved, native made construction, with coarse tool-marks and "hand-wear", at its grip. The single piece hardwood body with a fine hand-burnished finish with red ochre highlights. Integral and tapered handle with a carved grip-section and a pointed bottom finial/pommel. "Y" form club head with carved and pointed, sharpened tips, a reinforced contact point and a tight old hairline, from use. Of typical South Pacific/Fijian design (please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration & Use of Arms...", pg. 184. No. 17) and appears to be carved with stone tools -- as indicated by the coarse tool-marks. In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces and some expected handling marks/wear. Adorned, on its sides, with a period carved (in a folkish manner) chip-carvings and with a "South Seas" and "Suva Fiji" marking. The carving of typical mid 19th century Western design; and most likely applied by an American Sailor, as a souvenir... Purported by the consignor to have been part of an Eastern, Massachusetts (New Bedford) Estate. An early, hand-crafted & Rare Fijian War Club, ca. 1850. Overall length, 40".

Price: $1,375.00

A FINE ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY DYAK HEADHUNTER'S MANDAU & SCABBARD, ca. 1880: In overall fine untouched condition. The 20", native-made blade with a pleasing, smooth, untouched, gray age patina, a deep fuller and choice surfaces with some light patches of wear and discoloration. Retains its original sharp cutting edge without nicks. Nicely Carved bone or ivory grip with an untouched age-patina and much of hair tuft decorations: typical angular profile with extensive relief carvings. No. Scabbard. A very nice example of an original Headhunter's Sword with evidence of use. Overall length, 25 3/4". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms..."..

Price: $750.00

A RARE 19TH CENTURY CARVED AND POLYCHROME SOUTH PACIFIC (NEW GUINEA?) BONE DAGGER, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition with a hand carved tapered bone pointed dagger blade and a matching chip carved interior. The outer face with painted and carved geometric and anthropomorphic designs. Integral bone pommel, carved in the form a large bird (Kiwi?) and painted, en suite with the blade, with black and red ochre pigments. Of early form, as constructed entirely of bone with a "rough-carved" appearance. An unusual and scarce example of an early to mid 19th century South Pacific carved and painted bone dagger, ca. 1850. In overall fine untouched condition with evidence of use and wear to the high points of the carvings. Some expected light fading/discoloration to the painted surfaces with a fine untouched age patina overall. The inside surfaces with a yellowed bone patina and signs of age and staining. A weapon-type dagger, as made as an elongated point, without a cutting edge. Overall length, 14 1/2".

Price: $750.00

A FINE QUALITY 20TH CENTURY REPRODUCTION OF A CHINESE BRONZE-AGE BRONZE & CARVED JADE SPEAR/TRIDENT POINT FLAG FINIAL: Of very good quality modern manufacture and intentionally made to look like an original example of, ca. 1000 BC. The cast and embossed bronze body with an integral cylindrical socket and trident-form spear-point finial. The central section of the body with a circular aperture set with a carved jade medallion: its borders with a series of "paste" lapis lazuli cabochon stones. A cast and an open-mouth socket, for a cylindrical pole/haft: the top with a matching carved jade insert, en suite with the central medallion. In overall fine+ condition, as is: made to look like an excavated find. A quality reproduction of bronze & jade Chinese spear-point finial, ca. 1980. Retains a fine artificially aged verdigris patina with evident surface oxidation, simulated wear and some minor "damage"/casting imperfections. A well crafted piece of decorative Chinese bronze and jade. Overall length, 12 1/2"..

Price: $675.00

ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY INDONESIAN? WATERED STEEL SPEAR, ca. 1880: In overall fine condition with nice untouched aged surfaces to the hand-forged, 9 1/2", watered steel/Damascus, leaf-form spear head with sharp contours and cutting edges. Of typical Indonesian/Javanese design. Mounted on a later, 20th century, wooden haft with a braided rawhide band at its top. A very nice example of an authenic, late 19th century, Native-made, South Pacific, Watered Steel Spear. These highly prized spears were used by their owners for hunting wild hogs and as a weapon during War. Overall length approx 80".

Price: $375.00

A 20TH CENTURY "TOURIST" TYPE SOUTH PACIFIC (MALAYSIA) KNIFE & SCABBARD, ca. 1950-1970s: In overall very fine condition. Of traditional native-made design with a 9", single edge, etched and engraved, polished, steel blade with a "clip" type point and various Buddhist-theme engraved designs (a seated Buddha, temple, etc.) Retains generally smooth steel-gray surfaces with 90% polish, its original sharp cutting edge and some light patches of surfaces oxidation. Carved and coarsely engraved dark, horn grip with a flared and pointed finial. Complete with its original two-pieced, dark, hardwood scabbard with two sheet-steel securing loops and numerous "white metal" pellet inlays, in floral and geometric configurations. The scabbard with some minor cracks and handling marks. In overall very fine condition and typical of most "tourist grade" knives with coarse engraving to the blade and grip. Overall length, 21".

Price: $115.00

A 19TH CENTURY PHILIPPINE BARONG, ca. 1880s: In overall very good condition with smooth surfaces and fine and sharp cutting edges. The native-made, 16 3/4", large sized, classic Barong blade with a smooth steel-gray age-patina and some old staining. Carved Hardwood grip with a silver ferrule and a poorly repaired crack across its length. Retains much of its polish with a fine steel surfaces, some minor discoloration and a fair grip. Complete with its original hardwood scabbard with incised and relief carved decorations and rawhide and brass securing straps: several age cracks, minor losses and damages. In overall very good condition. Of good quality native manufacture with untouched smooth surfaces and some light patches of discoloration. A very nice example of a Philippine Insurrection Period Barong, ca. 1880s. Overall length, 23 1/4".

Price: $550.00